Explainable machine learning in materials science
Journal Article
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· npj Computational Materials
Abstract Machine learning models are increasingly used in materials studies because of their exceptional accuracy. However, the most accurate machine learning models are usually difficult to explain. Remedies to this problem lie in explainable artificial intelligence (XAI), an emerging research field that addresses the explainability of complicated machine learning models like deep neural networks (DNNs). This article attempts to provide an entry point to XAI for materials scientists. Concepts are defined to clarify what explain means in the context of materials science. Example works are reviewed to show how XAI helps materials science research. Challenges and opportunities are also discussed.
- Research Organization:
- Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Livermore, CA (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE; USDOE Laboratory Directed Research and Development (LDRD) Program; USDOE National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)
- Grant/Contract Number:
- AC52-07NA27344
- OSTI ID:
- 1888837
- Report Number(s):
- LLNL--JRNL-833293; 204; PII: 884
- Journal Information:
- npj Computational Materials, Journal Name: npj Computational Materials Journal Issue: 1 Vol. 8; ISSN 2057-3960
- Publisher:
- Nature Publishing GroupCopyright Statement
- Country of Publication:
- United Kingdom
- Language:
- English
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